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The Nissan SKYLINE GTS-R (R31) '87 is a road car produced by Nissan. It first appeared in Gran Turismo 2 and has been featured in all subsequent mainline games, with the exception of Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec and Gran Turismo Sport. In Gran Turismo 7, the car was included as part of Update 1.48.

Colors[]

Originally, four colors were available for this car in Gran Turismo 2; however, in Gran Turismo 4, Blue Black is the only color remaining:

  • Crystal White (GT2 only)
  • Silver Metallic (GT2 only)
  • Super Red (GT2 only)
  • Blue Black

Colors other than Blue Black originated from the lower sports trim models of the R31 Skyline.

In-game description[]

"The R31 Evo spec; an 800-car limited model, built to win Group A racing."

While the previous generation (R30) Skyline model took this wildly-popular Japanese sports car icon to a whole new level in terms of performance and respect, the seventh generation version (R31) lost a bit of its "street cred" when it first appeared in 1985 as a 4-door sedan and, *gasp*, a wagon. But true-blue Skyline loyalists were relieved when the 2-door coupe model made its debut in May 1986.

But the most potent of all Skylines (not including the GT-R of course) didn't show up until August of 1987. It was the GTS-R, limited to only 800 cars in total. Developed to reclaim the Group A title, the GTS-R was a very sporty model, hence its immense popularity.

Starting with the RB20DET turbocharged inline-6 of the GTS, the GTS-R received a more potent T04E turbocharger and a stainless steel exhaust manifold, this duo boosting power output to 207 HP and torque to 180.8 ft-lb. This engine was so special it ended up getting its own designation, the RB20DET-R. The exterior and suspension were also improved.

The GTS-R excelled in Group A, with the Reebok-sponsored Skyline crowned champion for the 1989 season. But the car's name triggered controversy among fans, who wondered why not just call it a GT-R. The answer would not be revealed for another two years with the debut of the R32 model.

Used Car Dealership (GT7)[]

The R31, introduced in 1985, represented the seventh-generation of the Nissan Skyline Brand. The most superior version was the GTS-R that was introduced in 1987. Created with the purpose of winning the Japanese Touring Car Championship (JTC),[1] Japan's top touring car event at the time, it was a homologation model developed in accordance with international Group A regulations. Under the hood, Nissan added a new turbocharger to the GTS base models' 2.0-liter inline-6. Exterior tweaks included a large rear spoiler, along with other aerodynamic equipment. This R31 Skyline GTS-R had a limited production run of about 800 units. So, it should come as no surprise that this model has become a true collector's item of the famous Skyline series.

Acquisition[]

Game Purchase location Credits Other methods
Gran Turismo 2 Nissan Used Car Dealership Approx. 12,000 ---
Gran Turismo 4 Historic 80's Used Car Dealership Approx. 11,899 Available from the start in Arcade Mode
Gran Turismo PSP Nissan Dealership 34,000 ---
Gran Turismo 5 Used Car Dealership (Lv. 1+) 27,542 ---
Gran Turismo 6 Nissan Dealership 34,000 ---
Gran Turismo 7
(Update Iconv1.48+)
Used Car Dealership 176,600 ---

Customization[]

Engine Swaps (GT7)[]

Engine Price Version Notes
RB26DETT-GT-R-R34 325,000 v1.49 ---

Pictures[]

Trivia[]

  • In GT7, it features a speed warning chime that activates at over 105 km/h (65 mph).

Notes[]

  1. The Group A era of the Japanese Touring Car Championship officially used the JTC abberivation.
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